Recalls / 2011-01-25
Family Dollar Stores Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Tanks Due to Burn Hazard
11107 · Recalled 2011-01-25 · CPSC page
Description
This recalled product is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a remote-controlled green toy tank attached by a cable to a grey battery-powered controller. The controller requires three AAA batteries to power the tank to move forward and backward and the tank turret to rotate and shoot projectiles. The controller is marked "Target Practice Tank Play Set."
Hazards
The tank's controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Family Dollar has received five reports of the controllers overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should take the toy away from children, remove batteries and return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Remote-controlled toy tanks | About 67,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Family Dollar Services Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Family Dollar from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.familydollar.com
Source: CPSC recall 11107. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.